Connecting Black-owned Businesses with Opportunity

Successful Black-owned businesses partner with Pure Michigan Business Connect for new growth opportunities

Fund Facts: Jan Garfinkle, Arboretum Ventures

On this episode of Fund Facts—a video series focused on venture capitalists, angel investors and other funders critical to Michigan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, we connect with Jan Garfinkle, founder of Arboretum Ventures.

Creating Opportunities for Equality Along the Supply Chain

Working with diverse suppliers widens the pool of available channels, increases competition and can also generate new innovations, services or products.

Full STEAM Ahead: How Michigan Colleges and Companies are Advancing the Talent Pipeline

From Whirlpool’s decade long support of FIRST Robotics to Muskegon Community College’s unique Makerspace, Michigan’s private sector and academic leaders are investing in programs and partnerships to fill a STEAM pipeline for decades to come.

Putting Values into Practice to Prioritize Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

As we begin Black History Month, we at MEDC are reflecting on our efforts to demonstrate our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in all that we do – and looking ahead to ensure we continue to create a more equitable and resilient economy for all.